Two wounded as gunfire erupts in Chester

CHESTER – A shooting Monday afternoon apparently resulted in two injuries, one victim at the scene in the city’s East End and a second individual who arrived later at Crozer-Chester Medical Center, authorities said. Neither victim appeared to suffer from life-threatening injuries.

Police said shots rang out at 21st and Madison streets shortly after noon, but the drama shifted to include the areas of 24th and Madison, the 1800 block of Edgmont Avenue and Worrell Street. Sources said two individuals were in custody for questioning and as many as four firearms were confiscated, but there was no word of any charges at press time.

An investigation is continuing. Anyone with information is asked to call city detectives at 610-447-7908 or 911.